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What Happens if You Miss a Month of Accutane?

margoxJul 10, 2012
I am away on vacation abroad and unfortunately i've only brought with me a months supply of accutane... I am on a modified accutane dose of 280mg only for a month for 6months...... This july is supposed to be my 5th month and i'm wondering what would happen if i skip it?

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Dr. F. Victor Rueckl, MD (in memoriam)
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Answered on Jul 11, 2012
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Martie Gidon, MD, FRCPC, FAAD

A typical course of Roaccutane is 5 months.  It can take 3 to 4 months to have full control so do not be discouraged.  Make sure you visit your dermatologist monthly for assessment and blood tests. 

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Curt Samlaska, MD

I would avoid use of all irritating products on the face during treatment with Accutane. Patients are very susceptible to dryness and irritation, and the epidermis is sensitive to injury--avoid waxing as you so noted above. Use of astringents, harsh soaps, alcohol, as well as depilatories on the...

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F. Victor Rueckl, MD (in memoriam)

Here are my opinions: 1. Eat what you want. Nothing affects acne (like chocolate or greasy foods.) It's important to eat something before you take any Accutane pills; don't take them on an empty stomach! 2. Vitamins are fine, but don't take a separate Vitamin A supplement; that's the...

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